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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

$2,156/week

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Certification details

Required certs: ACLS, BLS

Job details

PCU RN, 4th Floor East Wing
Level of care: PCU
Number of beds: 55
Patient population: Adult, peds
Common Patient Diagnosis: CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, COVID, subdural hematoma, weakness
Common Drips/Medications: PCA pumps for pain management, cardizem, insulin
EMR: EPIC
IV Pumps: Alaris
Specialty Equipment Available: Mechanical lifts in every other room
Unit Challenges: Staffing
Patient Experience challenges/focus: hourly rounding and responsiveness
Qualities for hires: A nurse on this unit is successful when he or she can manage the business of the day. The unit is a tight knit group and are great with helping each other out.

Job requirements

Required certs: ACLS, BLS
Other needed competencies: Telemetry

Schedule information

Shifts: 12 hour
Shift times: 0630-1830, 1830-0630
Weekend requirements: minimum of every 3rd weekend
Self schedule, cyclic scheduling

Unit specific information

RN Ratio (Days): 1:4
RN Ratio (Nights): 1:4
Float: Yes, ideally to MS areas. Float will depend on highest need.

Additional Details

ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Charge nurse: yes
Nursing Assistant support: Yes
Additional unit support staff: Educator, Care Managers, Social Workers, Dieticians, PT, OT

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Short Term Acute Care
380 beds

ADDRESS7500 Mercy RdOmaha, NE 68131

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About Omaha, NE

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.

Transportation

Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.

Demographics

Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.

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